A pool in Franschhoek works hard. Summers in the valley are long and hot, and many pools serve a family home, a guesthouse or a holiday let all at once. When the surface starts to crack, fade or turn slippery, the question is simple: patch it again, or put a new surface on? For most concrete and marbelite pools, fibreglass pool relining is the lasting answer.
Fibreglass Pool Relining Franschhoek Owners Ask About
Relining means we resurface your existing concrete, gunite or marbelite pool with a reinforced fibreglass layer, then finish it with a gelcoat. The pool keeps its shape and position. Only the surface changes. There is no new excavation and the garden around the pool stays where it is.
The finished lining is smooth and non-porous. Algae has less to grip, so it usually needs fewer chemicals and less brushing than worn marbelite. In a Winelands summer, when the pool is in use every day, that saving adds up.
Planning Pool Relining Around Guests and Bookings
For a guesthouse or a rental home in Franschhoek, the real cost of a pool job is often the days the pool is out of use. We plan with that in mind.
- A typical reline takes 5 to 10 working days, depending on pool size and weather.
- We agree a start date with you before work begins, so you can block out the right dates.
- Many owners book the work outside their busiest weeks, when fewer guests are on site.
- Dry, warm weather helps the work move steadily, but we will not rush a cure to beat a deadline.
Tell us your booking calendar when you contact us and we will work out a window that suits it.
What Happens on a Franschhoek Fibreglass Pool Job
Preparing the Fibreglass Pool Shell
We drain the pool and inspect the shell. The old marbelite or concrete is ground or sanded so the new layer can bond. Cracks are repaired and the surface is primed.
Laying the Pool Relining and Gelcoat
The reinforced fibreglass layer goes on over the whole shell. A gelcoat finish follows, giving the smooth, coloured surface you will see when the pool is refilled.
Fibreglass Pool or Marbelite in the Winelands?
Some Franschhoek properties suit the classic look of a plastered marbelite finish. Others need a surface that is easier to keep clean with less effort. We do both marbelite resurfacing and fibreglass relining, and after looking at your pool we will say which suits it best. With proper care a fibreglass lining lasts 15 to 25 years, and we guarantee fibreglass lining and repair work for up to 5 years, depending on the project.
How Much Does Pool Relining Cost in Franschhoek?
The cost depends on the size and shape of the pool, its condition and how easy it is to reach. A large estate pool with steps and benches takes more material and time than a plain rectangle. Our 2026 pool relining price guide explains the main cost factors. We give a written quote after a site visit.
Franschhoek Pool Relining FAQ
Should I check for leaks before pool relining in the summer heat?
Hot valley summers do push up evaporation. If the level keeps dropping, book pool leak detection first so any pipe or fitting fault is fixed before relining.
Can pool relining go over old marbelite?
Yes. After draining, grinding or sanding, crack repair and priming, the fibreglass layer goes over old marbelite or concrete.
How do you treat black spots in a fibreglass pool?
Black spots are often osmosis. We grind the affected area, disinfect it and reline it with new gelcoat.
Do you do other pool relining and repair work near Franschhoek?
Yes. See our pool repairs in Stellenbosch and Franschhoek page for pumps, filters and other fixes.
Get a Fibreglass Pool Relining Quote in Franschhoek
Call or WhatsApp 074 378 6623, email info@poolsreno.co.za, or send your details through our contact page. Our team will arrange a site visit and give you a written quote.
